In theory today should have been workout #3, but I just wasn’t feeling it, so I did workout #1 as a ladder workout. In the end, I only managed a bench press, but it was a pretty hard workout so I’m happy with that.
- Bench press w/ 20kg kettlebell – 5 ladders, first 3 ladders 1-5 reps, last 2 were 1-3 reps
I’m still fine-tuning my technique with the kettlebell a little bit to target the pecs as much as possible, but I’m getting there. Good thing is that I’m not quite at the limit of the kettlebell yet, so I’ll still be getting a good benefit from it.
I was just discussing my goals with a good friend and fellow fitness freak, and I thought I’d share them here.
Basically what I’m aiming to do is prove that it’s not impossible to lower body fat, while simultaniously increasing muscle mass. I’d estimate at the moment that I’m sitting around 11-12% BF. My aim is around 8% in 4 weeks. I’ve got no idea whether that’s realistic or not, but I guess we’ll have to wait and see. I’ve also taken a few pictures (which I won’t share just yet), and will take some more in 2 weeks, and again after the 4 weeks.
Anyway, it’s late and I need to go iron a shirt for tomorrow, so away I go!
11-12% BF is excellent, mate. I think maybe 9% is a realistic goal. I do look forward to seeing how you do though. Which I am sure will be awesome as always. Wait till I post mine as soon as my trainer e-mails me all that information. It’s doesn’t look pretty for me though. Like others said at least i have this new baseline to go by.
I like the idea of short workouts and that’s what I’ll be doing with my trainer. They are 1/2 hour sessions that are quick, intense and high paced. It is sure to benefit more than 1 hour sessions that seem to not have my HR at were it should be to see great results. So before you know it I’ll be looking as buff as you.
Your workouts seem to be working for you cause your not complaining to much
By the way I did post my new eating plan. What i like about it is that it’s really not that complicated.
Have a great workout today… Catch you later bud…
Comment by RobFitness — May 1, 2009 @ 2:24 am
Hey Rob, 12% is pretty good, but I’ve been hovering around that figure for a long time now and I’d really like to blast through it. Plus I don’t think there’s much point in gaining muscle if you can’t see it
I hope 8% is achievable, if not I guess I’d be happy with anything that isn’t going backwards.
It doesn’t matter what your figures are now, only that you’re trying your hardest to change them. And I couldn’t agree more about short workouts – a long workout is really nothing more than a big waste of time in my opinion!
Comment by ladlam — May 1, 2009 @ 1:01 pm